American Gin
Wisconsin-grown sage paired with juniper and citrus, grounded in golden Wisconsin wheat and barley, resulting in a smooth and versatile spirit that is savory and less dry than traditional gins.
About
State Line Distillery is a craft grain-to-glass distillery located in Madison, Wisconsin, founded by John Mleziva in 2017 after he earned his Master of Science in Brewing and Distilling from Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland. The distillery is rooted in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region, where they source organic grains grown by local farmers in some of the richest soil in the country, and produce all spirits on-site through mashing, fermenting, and distilling. Their philosophy emphasizes authenticity—no shortcuts, no artificial flavors—using locally roasted coffee, Wisconsin-grown botanicals, and heritage grains to create spirits that reveal the character of their home state.
Spirits
American Single Malt Whiskey
A blend of Wisconsin Malted Barley and Scottish Peated Malt aged in a mix of new and used white American Oak barrels, combining Midwestern and Scottish influences.
Aperitivo
A bitter orange aperitivo crafted with a blend of herbs and spices.
Apple Brandy
A clean and complex fruit brandy distilled from Wisconsin apples, capturing the essence of local orchards.
Aquavit
A modern take on a centuries-old Scandinavian staple, pot-distilled and aged in used whiskey barrels for added depth and complexity, featuring strong notes of caraway and star anise, then warming the palate with a range of holiday spices and a touch of barrel.
Barreled Gin
American Gin that takes a rest in used barrels, where citrus aromas swirl with juniper notes for a paradigm shift in flavor.
Bourbon Whiskey
A bourbon whiskey crafted from locally sourced grains, following traditional American bourbon standards.
Coffee Liqueur
Made with locally roasted KinKin Coffee, organic grains from Wisconsin’s Driftless region, and pure cane sugar, creating a velvety smooth liqueur with rich notes of coffee and chocolate that has won ‘Best in the World’ multiple years at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
London Dry Gin
A classic London Dry Gin following traditional methods with juniper-forward flavor profile.
Navy Strength Gin
The classic London Dry Gin proofed up to Navy Strength, providing a more intense flavor profile with citrus and juniper forward notes that are bold and assertive, acting as the star of any classic gin cocktail.
Navy Strength Rum
A higher proof blend of aged and unaged spirit, layered with notes of caramel, fruit, and funk, bold, complex, and built for cocktails that demand presence.
Nocino
A traditional walnut liqueur crafted with locally sourced ingredients.
Rum
Crafted entirely in-house using American-sourced molasses with Wisconsin care, delivering smooth and nuanced character.
Rye Whiskey
A blend of barley and River Valley Rye, a heritage grain grown in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region, crafted entirely on-site.
Smoked Tea Gin
A unique gin infused with smoked tea, adding distinctive smoky and aromatic qualities to the traditional gin botanicals.
Vodka
Made from a blend of 87% wheat grown at Sprecher Farm in Lone Rock, Wisconsin and 13% locally grown barley, double distilled for exceptional smoothness.